SBAOR REALTOR Membership Application Process Items needed to complete the application process: Application for membership Copy of Bureau of Real Estate (DRE) License Copy of California ID or Driver s License Application signed by the Broker of Record Letter of Good Standing from previous/current Association with NRDS number (Only for transfers and secondary memberships) Please Note: Incomplete applications will not be processed. Submission Application must be completely filled out, including signatures and must be dropped off in person to the Torrance office at 22833 Arlington Ave, Torrance 90501. Email or fax will not be accepted. Payments can be made by cash, check or credit card (MC, Visa, Amex or Discover). Partial and split payments cannot be accepted. Processing Your application will be processed within 2 business days of receipt. You will receive a Welcome Letter via email with all of your access codes and important information. New Member Orientation You will be registered for Orientation when you drop off your application. Members have 90 days to complete this requirement. If you do not attend within 90 days, your membership will be suspended until completion. CRMLS Mandatory Matrix Training You will be registered for an Introduction to Matrix training class that must be taken within sixty (60) days from your join date to maintain MLS access. CRMLS Transfer If you need active listings, historical data and contacts transferred from within CRMLS, this needs to be done at time of sign up. Please be sure to let us know at time of sign up because we are unable to complete this request at a later date. Supra Supra accounts including keys and lockboxes, may be set up once you receive your welcome letter and you are active in our system. We look forward to having you as a new member of the. Please contact the membership department if you have any questions. Page 1 (Effective 1-1-2019)
REALTOR Membership with MLS Application Type of Membership 1. I am applying for the following categories of membership (check all applicable boxes): [ ] Designated REALTOR (Broker of Record) [ ] REALTOR membership [ ] MLS Subscriber (optional) *** If applying for the following categories you must submit a Letter of Good Standing from your current Association. [ ] Association Transfer [ ] Secondary Designated REALTOR Membership [ ] Secondary REALTOR Membership General Information 2. Name (as it appears on your license): ***Please note we cannot use any name other than the name on your DRE license. 3. Firm Name: Firm Broker of Record: 4. Firm Address: (street) (city) (state) (zip) 5. Firm Telephone Number: Firm Fax Number: 6. Home Address: (street ) (city) (state) (zip) 7. Cell Phone Number: Personal Fax Number: 8. Which address do you want listed as your primary mailing address? [ ] Firm [ ] Home 9. Driver s License #: Birth date: / / 10. E-mail Address: Web Site: 11. DRE License #: Expiration Date: NRDS #: 12. DRE License Type: [ ] Broker [ ] Salesperson 13. Primary Specialty: [ ] Residential Brokerage [ ] Property Management [ ] Commercial/Industrial Brokerage [ ] Appraising [ ] Farm and Land Brokerage [ ] Mortgage Financing [ ] Building and Development [ ] Other(s) (please specify): 14. List all REALTOR Boards/Associations to which you CURRENTLY BELONG TO as a REALTOR or MLS Subscriber: 15. List all REALTOR Boards/Associations to which you PREVIOUSLY BELONGED TO as a REALTOR or MLS Subscriber: 16. Have you ever been disciplined by any of the above Boards/Associations or MLSs in questions 14 & 15? [ ] Yes (If yes, please attach copies of the discipline) [ ] No 17. Are you currently being investigated or have you ever been disciplined by the DRE? [ ] Yes (If yes, please attach copies of the discipline) [ ] No Page 2 (Effective 1-1-2019)
General Terms and Conditions of Membership 1. Bylaws, policies and rules. When applying for Designated REALTOR and REALTOR membership, upon acceptance and payment of all dues and assessments, I will automatically become a member of the California Association of REALTORS and the National Association of REALTORS, as well as my local Board/Association. I agree to abide by the bylaws, policies and rules of the Board/Association, the bylaws, policies and rules of the California Association of Realtors, including the California Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual and the constitution, bylaws, policies and rules of the National Association of REALTORS, including the NAR Code of Ethics, all as may from time to time be amended. Applicant initials 2. Use of the term REALTOR. I understand that the professional designations REALTOR are federally registered trademarks of the National Association of REALTORS ( N.A.R. ) and use of these designations are subject to N.A.R. rules and regulation. I agree that I cannot use these professional designations until this application is approved, all my membership requirements are completed, and I am notified of membership approval in one of these designations. I further agree that should I cease to be a REALTOR, I will discontinue use of the term REALTOR in all certificates, signs, seals or any other medium. Applicant initials 3. Orientation. I understand that if the Board/Association or the MLS requires orientation, I must complete such orientation prior to becoming a member of the Board/Association or MLS, or by the deadline set by the Board/Association or the MLS if provisional membership is allowed. I understand that unless or until I complete required orientation, my application for membership will not be granted, including that in the event a Board/Association or MLS granted any introductory provisional membership pending timely completion of orientation, that said provisional membership will be dropped upon expiration of the deadline set. Applicant initials 4. License validity. I understand that if my license is terminated, lapses or inactivated at any time, my REALTOR membership and/or MLS participation/subscription is subject to immediate termination. Applicant initials 5. No refund. I understand that my Board/Association membership dues and MLS fees are non-refundable. In the event I fail to maintain eligibility for membership or for MLS Services for any reason, I understand I will not be entitled to a refund of my dues or fees. Applicant initials 6. Authorization to release and use information; waiver. I authorize the Board/Association or its representatives to verify any information provided by me in this application by any method including contacting the California Department of Real Estate, my current or past responsible broker or designated REALTOR, or any Board/Association or MLS where I held, or continue to hold, any type of membership. I further authorize any Board/Association or MLS where I held, continue to hold, any type of membership to release all my membership or disciplinary records to this Board/Association, including information regarding (i) all final findings of Code of Ethics violations or other membership duties within the past three (3) years; (ii) pending ethics complaints (or hearings); (iii) unsatisfied discipline pending; (iv) pending arbitration requests (or hearings); and (v) unpaid arbitration awards or unpaid financial obligations. I understand that any information gathered under this authorization may be used in evaluating my application for membership and future disciplinary sanctions. I waive any legal claim or cause of action against the Board/Association, its agents, employees or members including, but not limited to, slander, libel or defamation of character, that may arise from any action taken to verify, evaluate or process this application or other use of the information authorized and released hereunder. Applicant initials 7. Permission to communicate. By signing below, I expressly authorize the Board/Association/MLS, including the local, state and national, or their subsidiaries or representatives to fax, e-mail, telephone, text or send by U.S. mail to me, at the fax numbers, e-mail, telephone and text numbers and addresses above, for any and all Board/Association/MLS (including the local, state and national, or their subsidiaries or representatives) communications, including but not limited to those for political purposes and/or material advertising the availability of or quality of any property, goods or services offered, endorsed or promoted by the Board/Association/MLS (including the local, state and national, or their subsidiaries or representatives). Applicant initials 8. Terms and conditions for applicants applying for MLS access. I understand and agree that by becoming and remaining a broker participant or subscriber to the MLS, I agree to abide by the MLS rules and understand that from time to time they are amended. 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9. Brokers applying for MLS access. I understand that to be eligible for MLS membership, MLS Broker Participants must offer and/or accept compensation in the capacity of a real estate broker. I certify that I actively endeavor during the operation of my real estate business to list real property of the type listed on the MLS and/or to accept offers of cooperation and compensation made by listing brokers or agents in the MLS. Applicant initials 10. REALTOR and MLS applicants only; Arbitration Agreement. A condition of membership in the Board/Association as a REALTOR or REALTOR-ASSOCIATE and participant in the MLS is that you agree to binding arbitration of disputes. As a REALTOR (including Designated REALTOR ) or REALTOR-ASSOCIATE member, you agree for yourself and the corporation or firm for which you act as a partner, officer, principal or branch office manager to binding arbitration of disputes with (i) other REALTOR or REALTOR-ASSOCIATE members of this Board/Association; (ii) with any member of the California or National Association of REALTORS ; and (iii) any client provided the client agrees to binding arbitration at the Board/Association. As a MLS Broker or Appraiser Participant or MLS Subscriber, you agree for yourself and the corporation or firm for which you act as a partner, officer, principal or branch office manager to binding arbitration of disputes with (i) other MLS participants and subscribers; or (ii) any other MLS Broker or Appraiser Participant or MLS Subscriber of another Board/Association MLS which shares a common database with this Board/Association MLS through a Regional or Reciprocal Agreement. Any arbitration under this agreement shall be conducted using the Board/Association facilities and in accordance with the Board/Association rules and procedures for arbitration, pursuant to the California Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual. Applicant initials 11. Broker of Record. Persons other than principals, partners, corporate officers or branch office managers of real estate or appraisal firms must remain employed by or affiliated with a Designated REALTOR to be eligible for REALTOR or REALTOR- ASSOCIATE membership and MLS access. Applicant initials 12. REALTOR Membership dues and assessments and MLS fees are set forth separately in EXHIBIT A: MEMBERSHIP DUES AND ASSESSMENTS; MLS FEES I certify that I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of this application and that all information given in this application is true and correct. I understand that any false information or material omissions in this application will be cause for rejection. Signature of Applicant Print Applicant Name Date of Signature Signature of Broker Print Broker Name Date of Signature Please check here if you would like a scanned copy of your application and forms emailed to you. Page 4 (Effective 1-1-2019)
For Membership Staff Use Only EXHIBIT A MEMBERSHIP DUES AND ASSESSMENTS; MLS FEES 1. MEMBERSHIP DUES AND ASSESSMENTS Local Association Allocation Local Board Processing Fees/Office Set Up Fee (if applicable) $ $ C.A.R. Allocation and REALTOR Action Assessment* $ (Select amount from below proration schedule) 2019 C.A.R. Allocation and REALTOR Action Assessment Proration Schedule Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec $184 $168.67 $153.33 $138 $122.67 $107.33 $92 $76.67 $61.33 $46 $30.67 $15.33 C.A.R. New Member Fee** $ 100.00 N.A.R. Allocation $ (Select amount from below proration schedule) 2019 N.A.R. Allocation Proration Schedule Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec $150 $137.50 $125 $112.50 $100 $87.50 $75 $62.50 $50 $37.50 $25 $12.50 N.A.R. Special Assessment $ 35.00 REALTOR ACTION FUND*** (optional) $148.00 or $49.00 C.A.R. HOUSING AFFORDABILITY FUND (optional) $ 10 MEMBERSHIP DUES AND ASSESSMENTS TOTAL $ 2. MLS FEES MLS Security Fee MLS Subscription Fees Other Fees : MLS FEES TOTAL $ $ $ $ 3. TOTAL AMOUNT PAID TODAY $ Page 5 (Effective 1-1-2019)
Political contributions are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal and state income tax purposes. Dues payments & assessments (Local Association, C.A.R., and NAR) and contributions to REALTOR Action Fund are not tax deductible as charitable contributions at the Federal level. Contributions to the C.A.R. Housing Affordability Fund are charitable and tax deductible to the extent allowable under both Federal and State law. Payments, excluding the portion of dues used for lobbying activities and REALTOR Action Fund, may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. Please consult your tax professional. * The REALTOR Action Assessment is a mandatory, pro-rated $49 state political assessment which may be satisfied in one of two ways: either (1) a voluntary contribution to CREPAC and/or CREIEC and/or other related political purposes or (2) a designation of the funds for political purposes in the C.A.R. general fund. You may include the entire amount on one check and if you do so, the assessment will go into CREPAC and/or CREIEC, or other related political purposes. If you choose not to contribute to a C.A.R. Political Action Committee (PAC), you must do so in writing and the entire assessment will be placed in the C.A.R. general fund and used for other political purposes. PAC contributions from the REALTOR Action Assessment will be allocated among CREPAC and CREIEC and possibly IMPAC and ALF. The allocation formula is subject to change. Payment of the assessment is a requirement of maintaining membership. ** $70 of the $100 C.A.R. New Member Fee will automatically be deposited into the C.A.R. Issues Mobilization Political Action Committee ( IMPAC ). The $70 assessment is mandatory. If you choose not to contribute to IMPAC, you must do so in writing and the entire $70 assessment will be placed in the C.A.R. general fund and used for other political purposes. *** Make a difference by helping promote REALTOR interests through the political process and designate an additional $49 or more to the REALTOR Action Fund. $49 is the suggested additional voluntary contribution but you may give more, or less, or nothing at all. See additional information on the political contribution structure and allocation in the Legal Notices and Disclosures set forth below. No member will be favored or disfavored by reason of the amount of his/her contribution or his/her decision not to contribute. Contributions to the REALTOR Action Fund will be allocated among C.A.R. s political action committees (CREPAC, CREIEC, and CREPAC/Federal) according to a formula approved by C.A.R. depending on whether it is a personal or corporate contribution. The allocation formula is subject to change including re-designating a portion to IMPAC and ALF. Failure to contribute to RAF will not affect an individual s membership status in C.A.R. 2019 Estimated Non-Deductible Portion of Your Dues Used For Lobbying JAN N.A.R 38% $57.00 C.A.R. 52.01% $147.72 Total: $204.72 FEB N.A.R. 38% $52.25 C.A.R. 52.57% $141.24 Total: $193.49 MAR N.A.R. 38% $47.50 C.A.R. 53.20% $134.77 Total: $182.27 JUL N.A.R. 38% $28.50 C.A.R. 56.70% $108.86 Total: $137.36 AUG N.A.R. 38% $23.75 C.A.R. 57.95% $102.38 Total: $126.13 SEPT N.A.R. 38% $19.00 C.A.R. 59.45% $95.91 Total: $114.91 APR N.A.R. 38% $42.75 C.A.R. 53.90% $128.29 Total: $171.04 OCT N.A.R. 38% $14.25 C.A.R. 61.25% $89.43 Total: $103.68 MAY N.A.R. 38% $38.00 C.A.R. 54.71% $121.81 Total: $159.81 JUN N.A.R. 38% $33.25 C.A.R. 55.63% $115.34 Total: $148.59 NOV N.A.R. 38% $9.50 C.A.R. 63.48% $82.95 Total: $92.45 DEC N.A.R. 38% $4.75 C.A.R. 66.31% $76.48 Total: $81.23 Page 6 (Effective 1-1-2019)
LEGAL NOTICES AND DISCLOSURES REGARDING DUES BILLING STATEMENT California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.) Political Action Committees: C.A.R. sponsors four Political Action Committees (PACs). CREPAC is used to support state and local candidates to further the goals of the real estate industry. CREIEC is an independent expenditure committee that independently advocates for or against candidates in accordance with the interests of the real estate industry. CREPAC/Federal supports candidates for the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. IMPAC supports local and state ballot measures and other advocacy oriented issues that impact real property in California. IMPAC is funded by your dues dollars. C.A.R. also supports the Advocacy Local Fund (ALF), a non-pac fund. CORPORATE CONTRIBUTIONS to C.A.R. s PACs are permissible and may be used for contributions to state or local candidates or for independent expenditures to support or oppose federal, state, or local candidates. However, current C.A.R. practice is to deposit all corporate contributions into CREPAC, CREIEC or IMPAC. A corporate contribution includes any contribution drawn from a corporate account. PERSONAL CONTRIBUTIONS to C.A.R. s PACs may be used for both state and federal elections and therefore may be deposited into CREPAC/Federal in addition to all other C.A.R. political action committees. Up to $200 of a REALTOR Action Fund contribution will be divided between CREPAC/Federal and CREPAC in an allocation to be determined by C.A.R. Any amount above $200, up to applicable legal limits, will be allocated to CREPAC/Federal. If you are a California major donor and need specific information regarding your contributions, please contact the C.A.R. Controller s office at (213) 739-8252. Contributions in excess of the contribution limits will be reallocated to another PAC connected with C.A.R. Under the Federal Election Campaign Act, an individual may contribute up to $5,000 in a calendar year to CREPAC/Federal. C.A.R. HOUSING AFFORDABILITY FUND: REALTORS and REALTOR-ASSOCIATES may make a voluntary, tax-deductible, charitable contribution to the C.A.R. Housing Affordability Fund (HAF) on the same check as the dues payment. HAF is a charitable nonprofit organization whose purpose is to address the statewide housing crisis. It receives contributions from REALTORS and other individuals as well as businesses and other organizations, and distributes funds through local associations of REALTORS toward programs that increase homeownership and the supply of housing across the state. HAF is exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code. Contributions to HAF from both individuals and businesses are charitable and tax-deductible to the extent allowed under both federal and state law. Individual contributions are designated by Keys to California Pins: Ambassador ($25), Bronze ($100), Silver ($500) with an option to renew annually for $250, Gold ($1,000) with an option to renew annually for $350, and Founder s Circle ($1,500) with an option to renew annually for $500. For information about HAF, including major non-cash gifts or corporate sponsorships, visit www.carhaf.org or contact the HAF at 213-739-8200 or by mail at 525 S. Virgil Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90020. YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO CALIFORNIA REAL ESTATE MAGAZINE IS PAID FOR WITH YOUR DUES AT A RATE OF $6.00 AND IS NON- DEDUCTIBLE THEREFROM. Page 7 (Effective 1-1-2019)
Orientation & MLS Training Agreement REALTOR Induction and Orientation I hereby agree to fulfill the minimum criteria established by N.A.R. for new members. I will follow the requirements of officially becoming a REALTOR member of the South Bay Association of REALTORS. I will abide by the Bylaws, Code of Ethics, & the CRMLS Rules and Regulations. I will attend the first available orientation within ninety (90) days from my join date. If I am unable to attend, I will make arrangements to attend the next available orientation. I understand that if I do not attend orientation within 90 days of my join date that my membership & MLS access will be terminated until I attend. I also understand that if I do not arrive by the start time of orientation, I will not be allowed in and it will be looked at as an absence. Applicant initials CRMLS Mandatory Matrix Training I understand that the MLS requires that I attend an Introduction to Matrix training class that must be taken within sixty (60) days from my join date to maintain MLS access. I also understand that there is a no show fee of $50 if I sign up for a Matrix class and do not cancel within the 48 hour time frame. I also understand that if I do not arrive by the start time of the class, I will not be allowed in and it will be looked at as an absence and a no show fee will be applied. Applicant initials In addition, I understand that if I fail to take an Introduction to Matrix class within 60 days from my join date my MLS access will be suspended. Applicant initials I understand that there will not be any exception to ANY of the above policies for Orientation or the MLS Training course. Applicant initials Failure to satisfy the association requirements within the time specified will result in termination of membership. Signature of Applicant Print Applicant Name Date of Signature Page 8 (Effective 1-1-2019)
MLS Subscription Acknowledgement I represent that I am a real estate Salesperson, and currently duly licensed as such by the State of California. I hereby apply for subscription in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and I understand that subscribing to the MLS is not mandatory or required. My DRE License number is with expiration of / /. I understand that I will receive an electronic copy of the CRMLS Rules and Regulations with my welcome letter. I understand that if I do not receive a copy, it is my responsibility to request one through the SBAOR. I agree that I will read and agree to abide by the rules and regulations as standing, and as they may be amended hereafter from time to time. I specifically acknowledge I understand that this Multiple Listing Service has a MANDATORY LISTING RULE requiring all residential and residential income listings (2-4 units), vacant lots and acreage listings taken on C.A.R. exclusive right or exclusive agency listings forms be entered in to the MLS within 48 hours after all necessary signatures are obtained. I understand that as a condition of subscription to CRMLS, each subscriber agrees to arbitrate disputes arising out of the real estate business, with any other Participant or Subscriber of CRMLS and pay the required filing fees according to the Bylaws and the Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual of the Association. I will also be responsible for any fines or citations that I may incur through said subscriptions. I acknowledge and understand the rules and procedures for transferring my active listings, contacts and historical data between associations within CRMLS. I also understand that this transfer MUST happen at the time of joining and cannot be done at a later date. Applicant initials Previous CRMLS Public ID to transfer information from (If not applicable, please put N/A) Signature of Applicant Print Applicant Name Date of Signature Signature of Broker Print Broker Name Date of Signature Page 9 (Effective 1-1-2019)
Fee Schedule Notification Association Dues Annual Association REALTOR dues are pro-rated on a monthly basis and are due by December 31 st of each year. If a member fails to pay their annual membership dues in full by December 31st, a late fee of $25 will be assessed in addition to the annual dues amount and the member s local, C.A.R. and N.A.R. membership will be terminated. If dues are not paid by January 15 th, an additional $25 reinstatement fee will be added. Any annual dues and fees not paid by February 28th will include an additional C.A.R. late fee of $30. NOTE: Once you are terminated and/or suspended for non-payment the association will automatically bill and notify the Broker of Record for your portion of dues and the broker will become responsible for payment. MLS Subscription Fees MLS subscription fees are billed approximately 30 days prior to due date. Payments are due on or before March 31 st and September 30 th of each year. A late fee of $25 will be applied after the due date. If your MLS is suspended you will be required to pay any late/reinstate fees that apply. By signing below I agree that I have read and understand the billing procedures mentioned above. Signature of Applicant Print Applicant Name Date of Signature Page 10 (Effective 1-1-2019)
Member Change Acknowledgement Form It is very important that the SBAOR has accurate records for all of our members. Therefore, we want to make sure you are aware of our policy. Please check that we have all of your information correct when you join the SBAOR. If there are any corrections that need to be made please notify us immediately. If any of your information changes, including your address, phone numbers and most importantly your email address, it is your responsibility to get the new information to us via email or fax. Please be aware that all of our important announcements, class information, payment receipts and your MLS and Association bill notices go out via email ONLY. By signing this document you are confirming that we currently have all of your information correct and that you will notify us if any of your information changes. You are also acknowledging that you are aware that your billing notices will be delivered via email only and if your email is incorrect or you don t provide us an email address, it will be your responsibility to contact us to receive your bills. Signature of Applicant Print Applicant Name Date of Signature Page 11 (Effective 1-1-2019)
Broker Variable Dues Formula Acknowledgement Form Per the National Association of REALTORS by-laws, any licensee under your DRE license must be a member of a REALTOR Association. This policy is referred to as the NAR Variable Dues Formula for Designated REALTORS. The formula was crafted to ensure fairness, by basing member dues on the number of individuals licensed with REALTOR principals (known as Designated REALTORS or DRs ). The premise is that every licensee in the firm benefits from the DR s membership in the Association of REALTORS, and, therefore, the DR s dues should reflect all licensees in the firm even those who are not REALTORS. To satisfy this requirement and ensure your compliance, you have 4 options to choose from for any licensee under your license: 1. Have the licensee(s) join any association that the broker is a member of 2. Terminate them by removing them from your license with the DRE 3. Designate the licensees(s) as a LFRO Agent IF they only do referrals for your company. The broker must sign a waiver in regards to this status certifying that this licensee does not engage in real estate at all. The agent and broker must comply with all the qualifications of an LFRO. If those qualifications are not complied with, the broker will be held liable through CAR. 4. Pay the non-member variable dues assessment fee for each licensee I acknowledge and understand the Broker Variable Dues Formula and I am aware of the options that I have for each licensee under my license. I understand that when a new licensee hangs their license with me, I will be required to take action immediately. Broker Signature Broker Name Date Broker Office Name ***This form only needs to be filled out by Broker of Record when they initially join. Page 12 (Effective 1-1-2019)
Credit Card Authorization Form Incomplete Applications will not be processed **Before Submitting make sure you have included the following: Application for membership Copy of Bureau of Real Estate (DRE) License Copy of California ID or Driver s License Application signed by the Broker of Record Letter of Good Standing from previous/current Association with NRDS number (Only for transfers and secondary memberships) Applicant Name I authorize my MasterCard / Visa / AmEx / Discover To be charged the amount of $ Card Number Exp / Last 3 digits (4 digits on the front for AmEx) located on the back of the card on signature box Billing Address for Credit Card City State Zip Cardholder name if different from applicant Cardholder Signature Date / / SBAOR USE ONLY Staff Initials: Confirmation# Date Notes: Page 13 (Effective 1-1-2019)